Cost of Living in Breese, IL

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6%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
18%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Breese Illinois National
Cost of living9498100
Groceries100100100
Health care98100100
Housing8295100
Transportation100101100
Utilities10299100
Lifestyle & Entertainment97100100
Household Items98100100
Education & Childcare99100100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Breese is 4% lower than the Illinois average
  • The cost of living in Breese is 6% lower than the national average
  • Breese housing is 18% lower than the national average
  • Illinois general sales tax is 22% higher than the national average
  • Illinois state income tax is 91% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$112,319$9,360$2,621$3,370
      Renters$45,303$3,775$1,057$1,359
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Breese, IL, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Breese homeowners, is $112,319. This would allow for a maximum of $2,621 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $45,303 which would result in a maximum of $1,057 to be spent on rental costs.

      Illinois Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Illinois 6.25% 10.25%

      Illinois Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Illinois 4.95% 4.95%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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